2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 279 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Caravan | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
